Imperial County, California
We could not verify the current status for Imperial county. This is not a claim that no ban exists. Verify with the county office before burning.
What this means
- Unknown — verify with the county office
Penalties in California
Burning on State Responsibility Area land without the required permit, or in violation of its terms, is governed by Public Resources Code § 4423. Willfully violating this chapter is a misdemeanor under PRC § 4601, punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, up to 6 months in county jail, or both — and each day a corrective-action order is violated counts as a separate offense. Local air districts and municipalities can layer their own separate penalties for burning outside a valid burn-day window.
Classification: Misdemeanor · Maximum fine: up to $1,000 fine, up to 6 months in county jail, or both
Recent status history
- Aug 16, 2026 — Unconfirmed
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | California Air Resources Board — Smoke Management Program ↗ | source not verifiable |
Neighbouring counties
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by California Air Resources Board — Smoke Management Program and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Imperial county may impose stricter rules than the county order. Water districts and state forestry rules may add further restrictions. When an order is ambiguous or the source cannot be reached, we show Unconfirmed instead of guessing a status. The county's own posted order governs.
Common questions
Is Imperial county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Imperial county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Imperial county?
Standard open burning is currently permitted, subject to any municipal ordinance in your area. Never leave a fire unattended, and keep water and a shovel nearby.
How do I report an illegal fire in Imperial county?
Call 911 for any fire that is out of control or threatens property. For non-emergency violations of a burn-ban order, contact the Imperial Sheriff's Office or fire marshal.